Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1999 Toyota Camry owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Driver power window came off track and was fixed under warranty. Passenger power window came off track dealer fixed after warranty for cost of $80. Passenger window came off track again fixed by mechanic 1/2 dealer price. Both rear window motors failed and replaced at cost of over $400. Each. Toyota superceded the original part with a new one. Apparently a known defect with no recall. Passenger window came off track once again. Next car May not be Toyota.
Motor regulators for the windows are failing. Lr regulator castled hinge pin mal-formed and dislodged from the assembly. Power window was then non-functional and window would fall when manually raised up, creating a security issue, and potential weather issue. Power window regulator had to be replaced.
Problem with both front driver and passenger windows coming off track and not going back up all the way. It has been repaired by the local Toyota dealer 4 times.three occurences were covered under warranty and the last occurence the cost was split.
Windshield was scratched when bought. Dealer try to polish out but couldn't so replaced windshield with OEM glass. Replaced glass has extreme distortion and waviness when look out towards rearview mirror and passenger side. Took back to dealer and they ordered new windshield. Had same distortion. Dealer ordered more windshields and had same distortions. Contacted Toyota customer service. Now customer service and area rep telling me all Toyota camrys have this distortion in glass and is considered a "common item" instead of a defect. Have checked aftermarket glass and most seems to have some distortions to a varying degree. This distortion is not just at the edge of the windshield and is distracting when driving and could possibly affect safety. Is this a common problem in new vehicles? My previous vehicles did not have this distortion. Glass technician calls it "cross grain distortion".
I bought a used 199 Camry two weeks ago. The first week I noticed a problem with the passenger window. It would not roll up or down after having rolled in down and up severeal times. I mentioned to my brother that I had a probelm with my Camry and before I could even state the problem he asked if it was a 1999 Camry and if I had a problem with the window rolling up and down. Apparently his mother had the exact same problem -- but just turned it in at the end of her lease. The dealer says that it is probably the regulator. This seems to be a common problem although there is not recall on this. Dealer says it will cost $400. I am concerned about this problem in the winter ( I live in wisconsin). There is also a considerable safety and security concern. I am not sure whether I will return the car or get it repaired.
I am a little displeased with my 1999 Toyota Camry. I bought it as a certified used car with 19,300 miles. Already, I have shelled out 450.00 for the replacement of the rotors, disc pads, and assembly. The drivers side window had failed before, and I had them replace the whole assembly. The dash lights just failed recently, as well as one of the rear lights burned out in nov. I logged a complaint with Toyota cust. Service center, but I still feel that this car is a lemon. What new 1999 car with 30,000 miles has had this many failures? Please send me any other info that might pertain to this, or any info you hear back. Itr would be greatly appreciated. I don't want to be taking my car in for major service every year!!!
The power windows in the front on the driver and passenger sides go off track and will not come down. My dealer said this happens all the time on the 1999 camrys but there has been no recall. This is dangerous in the north east in bad weather. It also makes us vulnerable to a car jacking or theft. My dealer said he fixed but windows but it has happened again. Why doesn't the government order a recall. What happens after my warrenty is over? There is a real design defect with these cars, so why isn't someone doing something about this? What about the hours on end that I must waste waiting for repairs and the lost hours of work. Who is suppose to reimburse me for lost pay?
Brakes squeak/ pull to left and warp. Also, cd player doesn't work, had 4 cds replaced/ springs in side of sun roof are broken and make noises, and regulator replaced inside of windows. Dealership is aware of problems. Consumer states that brake rotors have been turned at 9000 and 27000 miles, each time rotors are turned the brake pads have been replaced, however problem still occurs. Windshiled has a film like covering which makes it very difficult to see out of. Goodyear tire p205/65r15, dot m6urredr228 wore out prematurely.
Vehicle rolls backwards on any sort of incline. The transmissions will not hold the car on a hill even when the transmission is in drive. Dealer stated this was a "normal operating condition. The transmission has zero drag for best gas mileage and is not designed to hold car without throttle pressure." the dealer has not been able to correct this problem.
Driver & passenger's side window makes rattling/bumping sounds when opened or closed . Also, when car is carrying 4 adults. The vehicle suspension sags to a point where the tail pipe and possibly the fuel tank, occasionally comes in contact with the road while the vehicle is in motion or when vehicle rolling over the smallest speed bump or exiting driveway.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Camry years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 1999 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA has 26 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 1999 Toyota Camry, 5% of the model year's 501 complaints. The component named most often is windshield (11 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1999 Toyota Camry window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 1999 Toyota Camry, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1999 Toyota Camry window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 76,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.